East Naples artist works toward a cause

In the year since Naples artist Dora Knuteson sold out her first “Clean Our Seas” series of wildlife paintings, a lot has changed.

Burrowing owls coexist with Islanders

On Marco Island, the burrowing owl population is thriving, in no small part due to the efforts of a dedicated cadre of volunteers.

How Marco’s hotels serve it up for guests

Over a thousand guests will fill, or nearly fill, the rooms at Marco Island’s two signature resort hotels for the Thanksgiving holiday

Turkey Day and the TBE parade of balloons

Tommie Barfield Elementary held its first Thanksgiving Day Parade. The second grade students created their own versions of "floats."

Isles of Capri recognizes Ann and Eddie Hall

Isles of Capri residents recognized on Tuesday Ann and Eddie Hall for their decades-long community service.

Marco Islanders pack 250,000 meals Saturday

If you ever wanted an example of the “many hands make light work” axiom, you should have been at the school gym on Saturday morning.

San Marco Columbiettes host parking lot sale

Sunday marked a milestone for Treasures in the Trunk. The collective yard sale held in the parking lot of San Marco Catholic Church turned 10.

Observance pays tribute to Merchant Marine

Veterans Day ceremonies on Marco Island follow a rhythm, with the presentation of the Colors, singing of patriotic songs, and recognition of veterans.

Our Daily Bread gives out food on Marco Island

Hunger, said Liz Pecora, is “a silent epidemic.” And it’s an epidemic that is rampant where you might least expect it, including on Marco Island.

Marco firefighter retires after 23 years

Marco Island City Council recognized Monday retired firefighter-EMT Ray Ladurini for his 23 years of service to the city.

MIPD officer, Patriots send supplies to Bahamas

Marco Island Police officer Josh Ferris teamed up with Marco Patriots to transport generators, grills and propane to Bahamas.

Teen pilots airplane with supplies to Bahamas

Flying a single-engine airplane full of pet supplies to Bahamas was an easy decision for 19-year-old Andi Miller.

Bell is consulting scholar at Penn museum

Bell, the curator of collections at the Marco Island Historical Museum ...

Goodland couple comingle artistic sensibilities

Two of the most notable, designer Sherri Morrison and photographer Jim Freeman, are married to each other.

Bicking fights cancer with no insurance policy

There are few things more disquieting than being told, “you have cancer.”

How Marco artist dealt with cancer diagnosis

It’s an experience too many women have gone through. Last October, a routine mammogram detected cancer in Malenda Trick’s right breast.

Ask the Pharmacist: Recipe hacks to make mealtime healthier

This time of year is when families gather and eat a lot of food. And shop! Today’s focus is how to indulge without increasing the bulge!

Club Briefs: Shell Club event is Dec. 7, more

The Marco Island Shell Club meets Tuesday mornings, 8:45 until ll:30 a.m., at the United Church of Marco.

Families enjoy Thanksgiving with slurp down

Thanksgiving is a holiday that brings the nation together in gratitude, and each year the YMCA of South Collier.

Social Scene: Just friends welcome party

A flock of snowbirds and year around members of Just Friends enjoyed the annual welcome back party held at DaVinci's.

Photos: Hotel Thanksgiving, Marco Island, 2019

Pharmacist: Health benefits of essential oils

Essential oils, when used correctly, have profound and potent actions on the body and impact your metabolic pathways.

Social Scene: Marco Cruise Club has Paella Party

Cruise club members met at Sarazen Park for a Paella cook out. Vice Commodore Todd and wife Julie hosted the event.

Social Scene: Marco Men’s Club welcome back

The annual Marco Men’s Club welcome back party was held at the Speakeasy. A delicious buffet was served and Johnny Fusco entertained.

Social Scene: Italian American Society welcome back

The Italian American Society enjoyed their welcome b

Young Artist Academy award winners announced

Marco Island Center for the Arts 2019 Young Artist Academy winners have been announced.

Help MIAAOR help St. Matthews this Thanksgiving

For the 22nd year, the Marco Island Area Associates of Realtors is once again conducting a Thanksgiving food drive for St. Matthew’s House.

See the moon, the stars on Fakahatchee tour

It's certainly a bucket list checkoff, heading into the preserve — the largest state park in Florida — to see the full moon rise above the prairie.

Club Briefs: Club’s flowers in public places

Business meetings begin at 12:30 p.m. and speakers begin at 1:15 p.m. the second Monday of the month, October through March.

Gardening: Controlling the weeds in your lawn

The cooler weather means that it will be safe to have your lawn treated with a herbicide to try and bring them under control.

Five years later, Golden Gate Senior Center still going strong

November marked five years of operations for the Golden Gate Senior Resource center — and five years of progress.

Social Scene: Just Friends November luncheon

A flurry of snowbirds returned in time to help celebrate Thanksgiving at the Just Friends November luncheon at the Marco Island Yacht Club.

Photos: Meals of Hope, 2019

Pharmacist: Bitter melon and oral cancer

There’s a famous quote by Hippocrates that underpins today’s article: Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food.

Photos: Just Friends, November 2019

State website offers hospital prices for consumers

Consumers can look up 44 frequently queried non-emergency procedures and see what the average cost is at a specific hospital.

Club Briefs: Kiwanis, Italian Club featured

The Kiwanis Club of Marco Island meets the first and third Thursday at 7 a.m. for breakfast and meeting at Stonewalls.

Rolls-Royce among classy company at Rookery Bay car show

Please don't drool on the finish: Collectors will bring more than 40 rare vehicles to a Classic Car Show this weekend.

Rain dampens opening day of Farmer’s Market

A light drizzle, wind and temps in the mid-60s greeted the return of the Marco Island Farmer’s Market on Wednesday.

Photos: Veterans Day, 2019